I dreamed a dream.....

Hello friends! Like many of you, I am a graduate student in the Department of Communication and Journalism. I graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Radio, Television and Film in August 2008. Upon graduation I was hired by WXXV in Gulfport, MS to serve as weekend high school sports reporter for Jackson and Harrison counties in Mississippi. As a former athlete in that region, I enjoyed meeting and talking with all the players and coaches as their season progressed. I was informed about the graduate program by my friend Molly Free who stressed to me that it could be a great opportunity to advance my education while I am young. I applied and was given that great opportunity Molly spoke about. So, that is how I got to this point.
My future shines bright because I will not allow myself to fail. I know that as long as I keep my mind focused on the task at hand I will be successful. I do not say this to come across conceited. I think everyone should feel this way because lacking confidence can be detrimental when trying to find a job or advance in the company that you work for. Seriously, please do not take these last few comments the wrong way. Have confidence in everything you do and watch the results. My parents always told me that I could do whatever I wanted but that I could not get it done from the back row in life. They stressed to get involved in things, stay respectful of authority and always pay attention to detail. I feel these qualities will help me accomplish my personal and career goals.
My career goals will always take a backseat to my personal goals. It is more important to me to have a happy family than a tremendous job. With that said, I still would like to follow my dream of being a corporate attorney or national sportscaster. I am intrigued by all sports and would love to work in that industry. Recently my parents and I have been discussing the possibility of going to law school. I guess I am making a career out of college, at least that is what my dad says.
If I could have one job in the world it would be to play baseball for the Atlanta Braves. Since that is out of the picture at this point, I guess I will settle for working for them in some other capacity. If I go to law school I would look for a school that would provide me the best opportunity to get into corporate law. Organizations like the Atlanta Braves have teams of lawyers that deal with all types of legal issues. I would like nothing more than to be part of something like this.
Anyways, I have explained a little bit about myself. Please feel free to respond. I am eager to get to know those of you in class that I just met as well as developing the friendships I already have with the Department of Communication and Journalism graduate students.